Preserving And exhibiting Addison History since 1976.

Addison, IL
Joined March 2018
Members of the Historical Society and Historical Commission were honored to serve as Honorary Grand Marshals for this year’s parade! #USA250
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Join us September 17 for this Free program at the library. Pre-register using the QR code.
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Come browse our wide selection of Vintage hats this Saturday at our Hat sale! For more info, call 630-628-1433.
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Our new ornament commemorating the 50tg anniversary of the Museum has arrived! Get your limited edition colorized brass ornament for only $20 while supplies last at the museum.
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The Addison-Medinah Shriners Parade is Sunday, August 30th at 3p.m. The theme of the parade is America@250: Let Freedom Ring! Local taxing bodies, businesses and groups are welcome! Go to: addisonadvantage.org/living_…
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Visit the museum during December and enter our free drawing for a $25 gift card to Muggs-N-Manor!
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The Historical Museum is open today from 11-4pm and Saturday September 13 from Noon-4pm. Answer the trivia question about Business history correctly, and be entered into monthly drawing for a $25 gift card from 601 Bar and Grill at 601 W. Army Trail Blvd. Admission is free!
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The museum is open today until 4pm. We are air conditioned and FREE! We are located at 135 W. Army Trail Blvd. across from the police parking lot.
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Addison Uncorked is this evening from 6-8:30 pm, rain or shine! Enjoy tastings of select wines, craft beer and hard seltzer while enjoying light bites and live music. Tickets are $30 and are available at the door or via this new online payment link: square.link/u/VuIcUlpe
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Visit the Historical Museum during Rock 'N Wheels to be entered into a drawing to win a FREE tote bag filled with historical goodies! Winners will be drawn weekly. For the full season schedule of Rock 'N Wheels, visit ItHappensnAddison.com
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Addison Uncorked is an annual wine, craft beer, and hard seltzer tasting event on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Purchase your tickets now by visiting checkout.square.site/buy/UYO…, scanning the QR code, or calling (630) 628-1433 and save $5! Must be 21 or older.
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TOMORROW: The Addison Historical Society is holding a book sale THIS Sat, May 10th. Cash or credit card only. See the flyer for more details! For more information, contact the museum at 630-628-1433. Funds raised will support collections acquisition and care.
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The Addison Historical Society is holding a book sale THIS Sat, May 10th. Cash or credit card only. See the flyer for more details! For more information, contact the museum at 630-628-1433. Funds raised will support collections acquisition and care.
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The museum is open Wed - Fri, 11 am - 4 pm, and Sat. May 10, 12-4 pm. Visit during the month of May and answer the trivia question to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card to Tacos Puebla! Admission to the museum is free. Groups are welcome by app., contact 630.628.1433.
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The museum is open Wed - Fri, 11 am - 4 pm. Visit during the month of April and answer the trivia question correctly to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card to Muggs-N-Manor! Admission to the museum is free. Groups are welcome by appointment, contact 630.628.1433.
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The museum is open Wed - Fri, 11 am - 4 pm. The museum is open on Good Friday! Visit during the month of April and answer the trivia question to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card to Muggs-N-Manor! Admission to the museum is free. Groups are welcome by appointment.
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The museum is open Wed - Fri, 11 am - 4 pm and on Sat, April 12th. Visit during the month of April and answer the trivia question to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card to Muggs-N-Manor! Admission to the museum is free. Groups are welcome by app. contact 630.628.1433.
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The Fine Arts Show at Village Hall is now open! Enjoy art, tea, finger sandwiches, scones, and live music upstairs. Then head across the street to the Addison Historical Museum to meet H. Willheim Koch, portrayed by historian Jonathan Sebastian. Free until 4 PM!
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Preparations are nearly done for the Fine Arts Show at Village Hall! Starting at 12, Enjoy beautiful artwork, tea with finger foods & music upstairs. Then head to the Historical Museum to meet H. Willheim Koch, brought to life by historian Jonathan Sebastian. Free & open to all!
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